Minderoo Foundation
Overview
Minderoo Foundation is a modern philanthropic organisation that takes on tough, persistent issues to drive massive change. Its programs include Communities; Gender Equality; Natural Ecosystems, its Impact Missions, and its Effective Philanthropy enabling function . The foundation supports initiatives across Australia and abroad in areas including education, research, indigenous affairs, disaster response and the arts .
Investments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| FarmInsect | Oct 2023 | Series A | Co-investor |
| Carina Biotech | Aug 2022 | Series A | Co-investor |
| ENA Respiratory | Jun 2021 | VC Round | Lead |
| Kalpana Systems | Dec 2025 | VC Round | Co-investor |
| Fair Supply | Dec 2022 | Series A | Co-investor |
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FAQ
Where is Minderoo Foundation based?
Minderoo Foundation is headquartered in Australia.
When was Minderoo Foundation founded?
Minderoo Foundation was founded in 2001.
How many portfolio companies does Minderoo Foundation have?
Minderoo Foundation has 12 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in Minderoo Foundation's portfolio?
Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include FarmInsect, Carina Biotech, ENA Respiratory, Kalpana Systems, Fair Supply.
What was Minderoo Foundation's most recent investment shown here?
Minderoo Foundation's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in Kalpana Systems in 2025.
What sectors does Minderoo Foundation focus on?
Minderoo Foundation focuses on Healthcare & Life Sciences, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Energy & Sustainability, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Enterprise Software, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Energy & Sustainability, Energy & Sustainability, Energy & Sustainability, Energy & Sustainability, Enterprise Software, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Enterprise Software, Energy & Sustainability, Energy & Sustainability, Consumer & Commerce, Mobility, Transportation & Logistics, Frontier & Industrial Tech.
What company stages does Minderoo Foundation focus on?
Minderoo Foundation typically invests at the Early stage.
What is Minderoo Foundation's AUM?
Minderoo Foundation's assets under management are estimated between $1.0B and $10.0B.